Roland Aira Compact P-6 Creative Sampler

The P-6 Creative Sampler packs renowned Roland sampling technology into a pocket-size gadget with sophisticated granular sound design options and a powerful sequencer. Equipped with an onboard mic, intuitive controls, USB-C connectivity, and a versatile stash of hands-on MFX, the P-6 delivers exceptional sampling and performance capabilities anywhere you go.

The P-6 is ideal for any level of music creator, from beginner to pro. Get started right away with top-level tactile controls and pads for jamming and sound tweaking. Then, go deeper with advanced features for cutting-edge sonic manipulation and performance.

Whether using the built-in mic, analog inputs, or a smartphone via USB-C, the P-6 is always ready to sample at a moment’s notice. After capturing sounds, quickly chop longer samples into preset sections for triggering from the onboard keyboard. Or easily build custom collections of multiple sounds with streamlined Step Sampling. Want to rough up the sound? Get gritty with our trademark lo-fi effects. Need some layers? Resample your creations to add depth and evolving complexity.

Step into a universe of microscopic sound design with the advanced granular sampling tools in the P-6. Transform tiny moments into sonic landscapes with extensive sound design parameters. Detune samples, adjust the grain shape, play with head position, head speed, spread, and more. From clean and pristine to beautifully mangled, it’s easy to conjure new sound dimensions with a twist of a knob or a press of a button.

Breathe life into your sequences with deep features that push the boundaries of music programming. Jam with 64-step patterns powered by dynamic sequencing elements like motion recording, probability, micro-timing, off-grid sequencing, and sub steps. Plus, manipulate playback in real-time with Step Loop for instant stutter effects and creative improvisation.

The P-6 is immensely fun as a standalone instrument but becomes even more powerful when connected to other devices. Build a portable creative ecosystem by linking with the S-1 Tweak Synth, T-8 Beat Machine, and other AIRA Compacts or gadget instruments. Take it further by streaming your entire gadget chain from the P-6 to a smartphone, tablet, or laptop over USB-C for content creation or easy integration with your favourite music software. The setup is plug-and-play, with no driver installation needed.

Features

• Pocket-size sampler powered by cutting-edge Roland technology
• Built-in mic for quick sample capture
• Chop function for slicing samples into segments for easy playback from the onboard keyboard
• Step Sampling to quickly create individual split samples assigned to a single pad and playable on the keyboard
• Resample internal audio to create new sounds and capture custom loops
• Trigger any sample on the keyboard using chromatic and polyphonic playback
• Dedicated filter and envelopes for each sample
• Edit samples and import/export sounds with the P-6 SampleTool software for macOS and Windows
• Extensive granular sound parameters, including detuning, head position, head speed, spread, grains, and much more
• 64-step sequencer with motion recording, probability, micro-timing, off-grid sequencing, sub steps, and more
• Customise sounds with 20 curated MFX plus dedicated delay and reverb
• Comprehensive connectivity with audio, MIDI, and sync I/O plus AIRA Link
• Class-compliant USB-C audio/MIDI interface for plug-and-play audio streaming with computers, phones, and tablets
• Lithium-ion battery with up to 3 hours of operation per charge
• Sturdy construction, high-quality controls, and rubber pads
• Connect to other AIRA Compacts and standard MIDI devices with optional BOSS TRS